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Christmas Experience at Kent Life 25 November - 25 December
A festive extravaganza awaits you at Kent Life ’ s Christmas Experience ! Get ready to say “ ho ho ho !” as you embark on a magical journey . The highlight of your visit will be meeting Father Christmas himself in his enchanting grotto . Little ones will be thrilled to choose a special gift from the wonderfully stocked toy shop .
But that ’ s not all ! You can immerse yourself in the holiday spirit by graduating from Elf School , indulging in heartwarming Christmas films , exploring the delightful sweet shop , and even building your very own teddy bear . Be sure to catch an enchanting live show and make a stop at The Snow Inn for delectable festive treats and drinks . And don ’ t forget to hop on The Jingle Express for a merry ride !
For a tasty treat , head to Mrs Christmas ’ s Kitchen where you can unleash your creativity and decorate gingerbread . Adults can savour a complimentary cup of mulled wine or a non-alcoholic alternative accompanied by a scrumptious mince pie .
The friendly farmyard animals are excited to meet you too ! Don ’ t miss the chance to visit them and even feed them , or why not make some special reindeer food to take home and ensure Father Christmas ’ s reindeer are well fed on Christmas Eve ?
Rest assured , you ’ ll receive a detailed itinerary of all the exciting activities from Twinkle Toes the elf prior to your visit . And the best part ? Ticket prices include all-day access to Kent Life , so you can arrive at any time and enjoy the festivities to the fullest . Tickets on sale now .
Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle 24 November - 31 December
Returning for its second year , an all-new , reimagined , magical Christmas trail featuring enchanting illuminations and Christmas music will fill the air and light up the glamorous and historic Leeds Castle !
Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle has everything you need for an unforgettable time with friends and family , including a magical glimpse of Father Christmas along the way . It ’ s a place where you will make new traditions , a place designed for picture-perfect gatherings . Discover sparkling chandeliers delicately suspended in the trees , a laser garden filled with tiny beams of light , a path of twinkling mirrored hearts , and Feast of Light - immersive glowing strings filled with all the colours of the rainbow .
Father Christmas Grotto at Ruxley Manor 11 November - 14 December Tickets : Child £ 18 , Under 1 £ 9 , Adult £ 5
Join Ruxley Manor this Christmas for a magical experience . Meet the head elf and learn what it takes to become an elf in Elf School ; join Mother Christmas in her kitchen to make some magical reindeer food ; meet Father Christmas privately with your family in his grotto and receive an extra special family gift to take home and treasure . Not forgetting the all-important photo with Father Christmas . Father Christmas will give each child a magical golden ticket that allows them to choose a special gift from his toy workshop .
This year , with some help from their SENCO specialist from Grace ’ s Day Nursery , Ruxley Manor are also offering SEN sessions which have been created to offer an inclusive and relaxed experience for SEN children . You can find more information on all grotto experiences by visiting : www . ruxley-manor . co . uk / grotto
A Storybook Christmas at Chartwell 25 November to 23 December ( normal admission applies )
Step into a magical storybook world seen through the eyes of Sir Winston Churchill ’ s beloved daughter , Mary Soames , at his family home .
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